Suggestions for a good tripod

tvphotog wrote in post #10866887
Herein lies the rub. My favorite for that CF tripod is the Markins Q3t, as it will fit between the legs when they're inverted, and make a tight package for carrying on a backpack.

But if you're taking it out of the trunk and don't care about the portability, the Markins M10. It has a bigger ball, which is easier to position.

The rub is that these run in the $300 range. The Manfrotto 488rc2 and 498rc2 are super, rocksolid heads for less money.

If the 3441's speak to you but you don't care about the lightest weight possible in a tripod, email Kerry at ReallyBigCameras and ask about the other CF sticks in the line, which may be a bit heavier, but less expensive.

Yes it's becoming 600ish. I guess I'll try 055 with 498 (just 280 or so after rebate) and see if I want a lighter one in future. Thanks.

tvphotog wrote in post #10866560
The Manfrotto's are bulletproof and will last a lifetime.

Only if you stay away from ocean or salt air environment. Mine suffered heavy deterioration after one yr's of use mostly near the ocean.

lostid wrote in post #10891492
Only if you stay away from ocean or salt air environment. Mine suffered heavy deterioration after one yr's of use mostly near the ocean.

Steel or aluminum?

lostid wrote in post #10891492
Only if you stay away from ocean or salt air environment. Mine suffered heavy deterioration after one yr's of use mostly near the ocean.

Exactly why I went for the CF version. I saved a bit by opting for the 496 head over the 498. I figured if I was releasing the ball anyway, I didn't really need the pan option. I think it is about a $50 or so difference.

what do you guys think about the induro c-113? they seem to be pretty good based on a small number of reviews.

ticklemestephen wrote in post #10892287
what do you guys think about the induro c-113? they seem to be pretty good based on a small number of reviews.

You can do better for $300.

ticklemestephen wrote in post #10892287
what do you guys think about the induro c-113? they seem to be pretty good based on a small number of reviews.

Where would you go for accessories or parts? I've never seen that line in any of my local camera stores, but all of the stores I go to carry the Manfrotto line.